Documents and Best Practices

Transnational Route Evaluation Report: EuroVelo 10 - Baltic Sea Cycle Route

This consolidated report presents the survey results and evaluation of the southern section of EuroVelo 10 – the Baltic Sea Cycle Route – across Sweden, Lithuania, Poland (West Pomerania, Pomerania, Warmia-Masuria), Germany, and Denmark (Lolland-Falster). The route was surveyed between July 2024 and June 2025 using the European Certification Standard (ECS) methodology. The report summarizes the findings for the entire surveyed route, as well as for each region or country individually, and highlights critical issues that should be addressed as a priority to improve route quality. It also provides an overview of the ECS criteria met by each surveyed daily section, offering an initial indication of EuroVelo 10’s potential to achieve EuroVelo Certification. This report was prepared within the framework of the Baltic Biking Upgrade project (Interreg South Baltic).

How to download and use EuroVelo GPX tracks?

This document explains the two ways to download EuroVelo GPX tracks (on route/stage pages or via the route planner), the download options (multitrack or single continuous track) and how to use them on external navigation apps.

License and disclaimer for the use of EuroVelo GPX tracks

This document details the Open Database License (ODbL) under which the EuroVelo GPX tracks are distributed and provides a disclaimer for the use of GPX tracks.

How to take advantage of EuroVelo 13 by developing cycling friendly services

Business and AI opportunities for tourism SMEs along ICT

Agenda of the ECS Refresher course 2025

An online Refresher Course is organised every year at the attention of EuroVelo Route Inspectors who have completed training on the European Certification Standard (ECS). This course aims to remind inspectors of the key principles of the ECS methodology, how to apply the criteria, and how to analyse the data collected and prepare a report, in particular in view of an ECS survey.

EuroVelo Strategy 2030 - mid-term review 2025 (Short version)

This document sets the strategic framework for EuroVelo developments and for the preparation and execution of ECF annual operation plans on EuroVelo. This mid-term review was conducted in 2025 to assess the progress and confirm the relevance of the Strategy.

EuroVelo Annual Report 2024

The biggest achievements in all EuroVelo work programmes in 2024

UNECE Cycling network: Guide for designating cycle route networks

This Guide for designating cycle route networks is a product of work of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Group of Experts on cycling infrastructure module. This work as well as the elaboration of the Guide was coordinated by Mr. Lukasz Wyrowski and Mr Roel Janssens (UNECE secretariat). A. Buczyński and A. Daudibon from ECF are among the main contributors to this Guide. Its objective is to offer countries and their administrations, in particular those who start their work on cycling development, a suitable material for designating cycle route networks. It describes a set of steps to follow in an iterative way to put in place networks that will serve well their intended functions. The Guide is directed at transport professionals responsible for developing cycling at municipal, regional or national levels.

EuroVelo 15 - Rhine Cycle Route Certification Report 2025

This report details the Certification as a high-quality EuroVelo Route according to the European Certification (ECS) methodology. The certification was awarded in 2025 for five years based on the result of field surveys conducted in 2024/2025 using the ECS methodology.

EuroVelo Route Development Status Report 2025

Published every year since 2021, this report is an important tool to track the progress made across Europe from year to year and encourage further developments. The 2025 edition includes examples from three countries that have shown significant progress in the past year to inspire others to follow their lead: Greece, Italy and Poland.

Transnational Route Evaluation Report: EuroVelo 15 - Rhine Cycle Route

This report contains the 2024 survey results and evaluation for the sections of EuroVelo 15 – Rhine Cycle Route in Switzerland, Baden-Württemberg, Hesse, and Rhineland-Palatinate. The route was surveyed in August and September 2024 according to the European Certification Standard (ECS) methodology. The report summarises the findings for the entirety of the surveyed route as well as for each region individually, and proposes actions to be taken to improve the quality of the route.

EuroVelo 10 Partnership - A proposal for a Multiannual Action Plan

This document is developed in the framework of the Baltic Biking UPGRADE (BBU) project, co-financed by the Interreg South Baltic Programme and realised in 2023-2026. It introduces a proposition for a EuroVelo 10 Partnership, along with its multiannual action plan, for the long-term management and development of EuroVelo 10 – Baltic Sea Cycle Route after the project’s end, with a specific focus on the South Baltic Area.

NECC Manual (2025)

This publication supports the national coordination of EuroVelo and, in particular, the establishment and professionalisation of National EuroVelo Coordination Centres (NECCs).

EuroVelo Digital Statistics Report 2024

This report analyses the yearly data for EuroVelo digital platforms. This includes website (with route and country rankings), social media, newsletter, GPX downloads, and search engine results as well as other metrics.

EuroVelo Usage Barometer 2024

This report gives an overview of the usage of EuroVelo routes in the year 2024 according to a sample of automatic counters. The publication is the result of the partnership between ECF and Eco-Counter.

EuroVelo Brand Guide (2025)

This official guide outlines the recommended use of EuroVelo’s key brand elements. It covers EuroVelo design assets (logos, colours, typography, maps and other images) along with route signage and templates to help partners communicate consistently about EuroVelo and its routes.

Cycling tourism session presentation - ITB Berlin 2025

Presentation of the session 'The success of cycling tourism: economic impact and multimodality’, co-hosted by ECF and ADFC at ITB Berlin 2025.

Danube Cycling Tourist Survey - Summary report

Summary report produced by the European Cyclists' Federation, elaborating on the data of the A2PT Danube Cycling Tourist Survey carried out in 2024.

Danube Cycling Tourist Survey 2024 - Full report

Complete report of the Danube Cycling Tourist Survey, carried out by the European Cyclists' Federation for the Danube Office Ulm/Neu-Ulm, in the framework of the Active2Public Transport project.

Agenda of the EuroVelo Route Inspectors' Training 2025

ECF offers a yearly training session on the European Certification Standard (ECS) methodology and its tools for assessing the quality of cycle routes. The ECS methodology focuses on three main aspects of cycle routes: infrastructure, services, and communications. Here you will the agenda of the 2025 EuroVelo Route Inspectors' Training taking place on 7 to 9 April 2025, in Brussels, Belgium.

Marketing strategy for the development of cycling-friendly services and offers along EuroVelo 10 in the South Baltic area

EuroVelo 10 – Baltic Sea Cycle Route presents a unique opportunity to develop a world-class cycling destination along the southern Baltic coast, encompassing parts of Poland, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and Lithuania. This marketing strategy aims to promote cycling-friendly services and offers along this route, positioning it as a premier cycling destination that combines natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and sustainable tourism practices. It can be used by any interested stakeholder in engaging with EuroVelo 10's promotion, from SMEs to local public authorities. This document was created in November 2024 in the frame of the Interreg South Baltic Programme, the Baltic Biking Upgrade project by the project partner Pomorskie Tourist Board.

Marketing guidelines for EuroVelo 10 in the South Baltic area – tailored for SMEs offering cyclist-friendly services and local tourism organisations

This shortened version of the "Marketing strategy for the development of cycling-friendly services and offers along EuroVelo 10 – Baltic Sea Cycle Route in the South Baltic area" outlines some marketing guidelines that SMEs can apply to promote their location near EuroVelo 10 and benefit from the growing interest in the route. What you will find within these 10 pages: - a recap of the branding rules concerning the use of the EuroVelo brand, - short, medium and long ready-to-use descriptions of EuroVelo 10 to include in communications materials, - a list of useful national and regional websites, - some tips on how to become more cycling-friendly, - the strengths and opportunities of being located nearby EuroVelo 10, - the cycling-friendly labels available for SMEs in the region of the South Baltic Area. This document was created in November 2024 in the frame of the Interreg South Baltic Programme, the Baltic Biking Upgrade project by the project partner Pomorskie Tourist Board.

Sustainable Tourism Mobility Inspiration Guide

Written by THE PEP Partnership on Sustainable Tourism Mobility, November 2024

Small and medium-sized enterprises’ bicycle-friendly offers and services along EuroVelo 10 in the South Baltic Area | Baltic Biking UPGRADE project

The Baltic Biking UPGRADE project (co-funded by Interreg South Baltic) aims to position EuroVelo 10 as a premier cycling destination by addressing barriers that limit the capacity of SMEs to attract foreign visitors and provide high-quality, bike-friendly services. Major obstacles include underdeveloped infrastructure, limited digital marketing capacity, and insufficient cross-border partnerships. To address these issues, an overview of existing cycle tourism companies around EuroVelo 10 in the South Baltic Area was created by mapping the SME’s bicycle-friendly offers and services. The overview has formed the background for this report, prepared by the project partner Visit Lolland-Falster, Denmark, in December 2024.

Cycling-friendly schemes in Europe: a comparative analysis | Baltic Biking UPGRADE project

This report was prepared in the framework of the Baltic Biking UPGRADE project (co-funded by Interreg South Baltic programme) by the project partner City of Barth in collaboration with Capufaktur e.V. Greifswald. It offers a non-exhaustive analysis and comparison of cycling-friendly schemes throughout Europe. It draws on the 2011 analysis of cycling-friendly schemes by ECF using recent information provided by various cycling-friendly scheme managers. It has a stronger focus on the countries represented in the project: Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Poland and Lithuania. Extensive discussions with local small and medium enterprises (SMEs), tourism organisations, and other stakeholders, provided a nuanced understanding of the current state of cycling-friendliness in each region. This document was finalised in December 2024

Grow with EuroVelo

A flyer for tour operators

EuroVelo new routes and major extensions manual 2026-2028/2031

The EuroVelo new routes and major extensions manual, updated in December 2024, provides detailed information on the objectives, the requirements and the timeline to follow in case of interest.

Certification Report of EuroVelo 1 – Atlantic Coast Route in France

EuroVelo 1 – Atlantic Coast Route in France (also known as La Vélodyssée), from Roscoff to Hendaye, is Certified as a high-quality EuroVelo route until October 2029. The report was released in October 2024 after a detailed analysis by ECF of the European Certification Standard (ECS) survey undertaken previously, and the evidence of solved issues provided by the collective of La Vélodyssée. More information about the ECS level of criteria met by each daily section and the remaining attention points can be found in this document.

Welcome to the Mediterranean Route! Handbook in English (2024 edition)

From Andalusia to Cyprus: 7,450 kilometres of cycling through world-famous destinations, wild nature and hidden beaches

EuroVelo Annual Report 2023

The biggest achievements in all EuroVelo work programmes in 2023.

State of the Cycling Tour Operators Industry (2024) final report

EuroVelo Route Development Status Report (2024)

First published in 2021, this yearly report aims to outline levels of development across the network and improvements over the years, providing key numbers, statistics and comparison tables per route and per country. This Report is an important tool to track the progress made across Europe from year to year and encourage further developments by highlighting significant improvements per route and country. In 2024, 67% of the EuroVelo network is either certified, developed with signs or developed. The report also highlights a 5% increase in EuroVelo signage across Europe and more accuracy in available data. For the 1st time, the report includes a chapter with an analysis of EuroVelo data from OpenStreetMap.

EuroVelo Development Guide

This guide intends to provide recommendations and guidelines for stakeholders involved in the development of EuroVelo. According to the EuroVelo Strategy 2030, stakeholders involved in the development of EuroVelo should pay high attention to the quality of routes, which should cater to the needs of the largest possible group of potential users, and the integration of the routes into existing or planned cycle networks, also providing easy access to main public transport hubs. In order to help stakeholders achieve these goals, the EuroVelo Development Guide provides general and specific principles for the development of EuroVelo routes. This guide also provides recommendations on governance, presents the key elements of a good legislation for cycling, gives inspiration on available sources of funding and lists some good practices on EuroVelo and long-distance cycle routes development from across Europe.

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EuroVelo Digital Statistics Report 2023

This report analyses the yearly data for EuroVelo digital platforms. This includes website (with route and country rankings), social media, newsletter, GPX downloads, and search engine results as well as other metrics.

Solutions for sustainability of long-distance cycle routes. Focus on EuroVelo 10 and EuroVelo 13

The PDF presentation of Agathe Daudibon's speech on the Lighthouse stage, on 7 March 2024, at ITB Berlin.

Cycling tourism session presentation - ITB Berlin 2024

The PDF presentation of the EuroVelo-coordinated session on cycling tourism, on 6 March 2024 at ITB Berlin.

EuroVelo Usage Monitoring Report 2023

The report gives an overview of the usage of EuroVelo routes in the year 2023 according to a sample of automatic counters. The report is the result of the partnership between ECF and Eco-Counter.

EuroVelo 1 Press Kit - updated in 2023

This press kit was originally created in the frame of the AtlanticOnBike project and was updated in the frame of the EuroVelo 1 Partnership (2021-2023). It provides general information on EuroVelo 1 – Atlantic Coast Route, on the EuroVelo network and more detailed information the specificities of EuroVelo 1 in each country it crosses. There is also a section dedicated to the EuroVelo 1 signage and some useful resources on the services to be found along the route as well as a FAQ.

EuroVelo Annual Report 2022

The most significant achievements of 2022 in all various EuroVelo-related topics, all in one document.

EuroVelo 1 Transnational Route Evaluation Report and Action Plan

This document aims to form a basis for lobbying for more investments on EuroVelo 1 - Atlantic Coast Route and clarify where the priorities for new measures should be put. It is meant as an orientation for route developments and priority measures to be implemented by 2030. It highlights the progress that was made in route developments since the publication of the previous report three years ago, as well as the issues that remain to be solved and the improvements that are already planned in the Atlantic Coast Route countries.

EuroVelo Route Development Status Report 2022-2023

First published in 2021, the yearly EuroVelo Route Development Status Report aims to outline levels of development across the network and improvements over the years, providing key numbers, statistics and comparison tables per route and per country. This Report is an important tool to track the progress made across Europe from year to year and encourage further developments by highlighting significant improvements per route and country.

EuroVelo Transnational Signing Manual

The main objective of this manual is to present the most general principles for signing long-distance cycle routes in general, and the specific requirements for incorporating EuroVelo logos on route panels. General principles for signage are relevant in the development of any long-distance cycle route. This manual can thus serve as a general resource for cycle route signage across Europe. This manual was prepared in the frame of the AtlanticOnBike project extension, co-funded by the Interreg Atlantic Area Programme.

Transnational Guidance Document on Rest Areas

In this document, general guidelines on rest areas are put together, addressing, in particular, the international dimension of long-distance cycle routes and the variety of environments and climate conditions encountered along the way, resulting in different needs. The ultimate scope is to help harmonise rest areas on long-distance cycle routes. Published by ECF as part of the AtlanticOnBike project extension (Interreg Atlantic Area programme).

Economic, Environmental and Touristic Evaluation Report - EuroVelo 1 – Atlantic Coast Route

This report summarises the findings of the individual analyses of usage and the linked economic, environmental and touristic impacts of EuroVelo 1 – Atlantic Coast Route carried out by the project partners. Produced by ECF as part of the AtlanticOnBike extension.

Toolkit for the Development of Transnational Cycling Products along EuroVelo 1

This toolkit lists recommendations to develop transnational cycling products and bookable offers on EuroVelo 1 – Atlantic Coast Route. It aims at helping tour operators and other cycling service providers in their work. Published by ECF as part of the AtlanticOnBike project extension.

Transnational Marketing Strategy for EuroVelo 1 - AtlanticOnBike project

This document aims at outlining a marketing strategy for EuroVelo 1 – Atlantic Coast Route, in order to make it a recognisable and interesting tourism product, ultimately attracting investments and tourists to the route and promoting its further development. Published by ECF as part of the AtlanticOnBike project extension.

EuroVelo Digital Statistics Report 2022

This report analyses the yearly data for EuroVelo digital platforms. This includes website, social media, newsletter, GPX downloads, and search engine results as well as other metrics.

EuroVelo 1 – Atlantic Coast Route – Bike counts analysis 2019-2022

Transnational report on EuroVelo 1 - Atlantic Coast Route usage. Published by ECF and Eco-counter as part of the AtlanticOnBike project extension.

EuroVelo Usage Monitoring Report 2022

The report gives a vision of the usage of EuroVelo routes in 2022 and is the result of the cooperation between ECF and Eco-counter.

National EuroVelo Coordination Centres Presentation - April 2023

Presentation on National EuroVelo Coordination Centres, their role and the benefits of joining the network. Updates the previous NECC Manual.

EuroVelo Business Opportunities (2023)

This guide provides an overview of how businesses can promote their products using EuroVelo communication tools, such as advertisements and bookable offers.

EuroVelo Press Kit (2023)

Get a glance at the latest EuroVelo facts and figures with an overview of the network in terms of coordination, promotion and communication.

ECS Leaflet

Assess the quality of cycling routes with the European Certification Standard (ECS) methodology: What is ECS? How does ECS work? How to use ECS? What results? Who can use ECS?

EuroVelo Routes Development Status Report 2022

The 2022 EuroVelo Routes Development Status Report prepared by the EuroVelo Management Team is the first one that allows a comparison with last year's results. It indicates that 64% of the network is now certified, developed with signs or developed, meaning that over 56,000 km out of 93,000 are ready to use for cycle tourists, and that the highest increases in development levels took place on EuroVelo 10 - Baltic Sea Cycle Route, in Ireland and in Spain.

EuroVelo Web Statistics 2021

This report shows the yearly web statistics for EuroVelo websites. This includes total sessions and visitors, route, country and location rankings as well as other metrics.

European Certification Standard Manual - Quality criteria for long-distance cycle routes

The European Certification Standard (ECS) is a methodology developed by ECF to assess cycling routes, EuroVelo or not, and evaluate their quality. It can be used to survey and assess the quality of national/regional routes, and to certify EuroVelo routes if the criteria are met. It can help set up national standards where they do not exist and harmonise the different regulations in the European states. This manual on the ECS provides a quick introduction to the basic principles and criteria of this methodology.

EuroVelo Annual Report 2020

Methodological guide for the segmentation of cycle routes

Technical sheet: what are the constraints for installing an automatic cyclist computer?

Data sheet: how to choose the location for bicycle counters?

Bicycle Counting: guide to clean up the data

The cleaning of the counting data starts with the detection of anomalies. But what is an anomaly for bicycle count data? We will first answer this question, then present the different types of anomalies that can be encountered, how to detect them and what actions to take afterwards.

ÉVA-VÉLO Method Guide

National method for assessing the impact of cycle routes.

EuroVelo Strategy 2030 (excerpt)

This document sets out the vision, mission and overall strategy of EuroVelo for the decade up to 2030. The EuroVelo Strategy is one of the core sub-strategies of the ECF Strategy 2030.

EuroVelo Routes Development Status Report 2021

The 2021 EuroVelo Routes Development Status Report is the first one prepared by the EuroVelo Management Team. It indicates that no less than 60% of the network either certified, developed with signs or developed, meaning that over 50,000 km out of 93,000 km of EuroVelo routes are ready to use for cycle tourists.

Action Plan Nova Gorica - ECO-CICLE

Action plan for operationalisation of instruments and politics for the region of Nova Gorica on the field of cycling in the frame of the ECO-CICLE project

KP Region Action Plan - ECO-CICLE

Action plan for the Kujawsko-Pomorskie region (Poland) in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

Action Plan Basilicata - ECO-CICLE

Action plan for the Basilicata region (Italy) in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

Action Plan Andalusia - ECO-CICLE

Action plan for the Andalusia region (Spain) in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

Action Plan Leipzig - ECO-CICLE

Action plan for the Leipzig region (Germany) in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

EuroVelo 15 - Rhine Cycle Route flyer

Flyer with route description and large map in multiple languages (English, French, Dutch and German)

EuroVelo 19 - Meuse Cycle Route flyer

Flyer with route description and large map in multiple languages (English, French, Dutch and German)

EuroVelo Web Statistics 2020

This report shows the yearly web statistics for EuroVelo websites. This includes total sessions and visitors, route and country rankings as well as other metrics.

Manuel de service de l'EuroVelo 15 - Véloroute Rhin

EuroVelo 15 - Rhine Cycle Route handbook in French.

Servicehandboek van EuroVelo 15 - Rijnfietsroute

EuroVelo 15 - Rhine Cycle Route handbook in Dutch.

Eco-Cicle Good Practices Intermodality

ECO-CICLE Good Practice – Establishing multimodal connections along the Adriabike cycle route – BikeBus and BikeBoat

Eco-Cicle Good Practice Krka Bike

Krka Bike: 470 km of cycle routes through Croatia’s Krka National Park. Good practice in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

TEN-T ECF Position Paper 2020

This document explains the reasoning behind the ECF's two proposals with regard to the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T), the EU’s flagship transport policy. The ECF proposes to integrate EuroVelo into the TEN-T and to integrate cycling infrastructure into all TEN-T infrastructure projects.

Charter for Sustainable Cycling Trousim - Background document

Background document of the Charter for Sustainable and Responsible Tourism in the MED Area. The background document explains in more details each point of the Charter.

Charter for Sustainable and Responsible Tourism in the MED Area

This Charter will serve as a tool to transfer the knowledge accumulated during the project. The Charter is a perfect tool to involve stakeholders across the Mediterranean region in the development of cycling tourism and EuroVelo 8 – Mediterranean Route.

EuroVelo Annual Report 2019

Micotra: Bike & Train cross-border intermodality - MEDCYCLETOUR Good Practice

The cross-border public-transport train service connects Udine/Trieste in Italy and Villach in Austria with special coaches to carry bicycles. This Good Practice was prepared by the FRIULI VENEZIA GIULIA region in the context of the MEDCYCLETOUR project.

Bike ferry Trieste-Muggia - MEDCYCLETOUR Good Practice

A permanent public transport ferryboat service between Trieste and Muggia offers bike&boat intermodality with the carriage of 15 bicycles on the boat. This Good Practice was prepared by the FRIULI VENEZIA GIULIA region in the context of the MEDCYCLETOUR project.

Eco-Cicle Good Practice Ruhr Valley Cycle Path

This Good Practice was developed by Basilicata university UNIBAS in the frame of the Eco-Cicle project. The Ruhr Valley Cycle Path (RVCP) follows the Ruhr River and combines industrial, natural, cultural heritage along it.

Financing systematic Cycling Tourism Development in Croatian counties

By drafting Operational Plans for the development of cycling tourism, 20 Croatian counties have made a big step forward in terms of developing cycling tourism in the continental and coastal Croatia. This good practice, prepared by the Croatian National Tourist Board as part of the MEDCYCLETOUR project, describes how this milestone was achieved.

Creation of the Croatian Cycling Tourism Development Coordination Body

This good practice describes the establishment of a cycling tourism development coordination body in Croatia. This was very important for the coordination of all cycling and cycling tourism development activities at the state and regional level, as well as for cooperation with other countries in the European Union. This good practice was prepared by the Croatian National Tourist Board as part of the MEDCYCLETOUR project.

Parenzana - Route of Health and Friendship

A former railroad track in Slovenia and Croatia was turned into a beautiful cycle route. This is a good practice of cross-border cooperation to improve the tourist offer (in Istria), prepared by the Regional Development Centre Koper as part of the MEDCYCLETOUR project.

MEDCYCLETOUR Good Practice – GIFT 2.0

The Gift 2.0 project aims to improve mobility between Italy and Greece both for goods and passengers. As part of the project, several bikes will be installed in many bicycle stations in the city of Patras, Greece. Potential users will be locals and tourists. End users and stakeholders will have the opportunity to plan their trip through the platform. This Good Practice was developed by the Region of Western Greece as part of the MEDCYCLETOUR project.

MEDCYCLETOUR Good Practice – Wander by Bicycle

The aim of the Wander By Bicycle Project is to attract cyclists and increase the cycling activity in the Municipality of Patras, Greece. It entailes the construction of five bicycle routes on the suburbs of Patras. This Good Practice was developed by the Region of Western Greece as part of the MEDCYCLETOUR project.

MEDCYCLETOUR Good Practice – Supra-regional organisation

This Good Practice was developed by the Government of Catalonia in the frame of the MEDCYCLETOUR project. It explains how the region developed and promotes cycle tourism at the supra-regional level involving different public bodies.

MEDCYCLETOUR Good Practice – Counters and user profile study

This Good Practice was developed by the Government of Catalonia in the frame of the MEDCYCLETOUR project. It covers the installation of two counters as well as the development of a user profile and economic impact study for EuroVelo 8 in Catalonia.

MEDCYCLETOUR Good Practice – Transporting bikes on buses

This Good Practice was developed by the Government of Catalonia in the frame of the MEDCYCLETOUR project. BiciBus is a project oriented to enhance intermodality between bus and bikes along cycle tourism routes in order to promote the use of public transport adapted to carry bikes to do part of a trip.

Declaration: European Cyclists are Welcome

Declaration signed by the main cycling friendly schemes in Europe during a workshop in Budapest in 2020

Eco-Cicle Good Practice Vistula Cycling Route

Guidelines and development of the Vistula Cycling Route. Good practice in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

Eco-Cicle Good Practice Marisma Odiel

Landscape itinerary and requalification of urban borders in the Estuary North of River Odiel. Good practice in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

Eco-Cicle Good Practice Le Bon Picnic

LEBONPICNIC - Locally-sourced picnics available for cycle tourists in France. Good practice in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

Eco-Cicle Good Practice ITI CÁDIZ

Development of cycling routes in the province of Cádiz through an Integrated Territorial Investment. Good practice in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

Eco-Cicle Good Practice Grüner Ring

Cycling Network – Grüner Ring Leipzig. Good practice in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

Eco-Cicle Good Practice Cycling Through The Trees

Cycling through the Trees. Good practice in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

Eco-Cicle Good Practice Cycling Plan of Andalusia

Cycling Plan of Andalusia. Good practice in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

Eco-Cicle Good Practice Camino del Río Tinto

Camino del Río Tinto. Good practice in the framework of the ECO-CICLE project.

Great Western Greenway - Economic Impact Case Study

An economic impact assessment of the Great Western Greenway in Ireland from 2011.

European Cycle-Friendly Service Network Concept - Findings from a study

This study compares cycling-friendly services schemes across Europe. It was released in 2012 in the framework of a co-funded EU project of the same name.

Le cyclotourisme en Belgique

This is a French-language study of the Belgian cycling-tourism market published by Pro Velo in June 2017.

Baromètre du Tourisme à Vélo en France

This is the 2017 edition of the Cycle Tourism Barometer for France published by the French "Direction Générale des Entreprises". It contains various numbers on the sector and an economic impact assessment.

MEDCYCLETOUR Good Practice - Natural Trails Programme

This Good Practice was developed by the Public Works Agency of the Andalusian Government in the frame of the MEDCYCLETOUR project. The Natural Trails Programme contributes to the conservation of our natural spaces, through the restoration of infrastructure and old disused tracks and trails currently in disuse that allow to enjoy the natural environment.

MEDCYCLETOUR Good Practice - Cycling Plan of Andalusia 2014-2020

This Good Practice was developed by the Public Works Agency of the Andalusian Government in the frame of the MEDCYCLETOUR project. The Andalusian Cycling Plan seeks to promote greater use of the bicycle in urban, metropolitan and regional areas, and to provide the strategic framework that contributes to the achievement of territorial and environmental government objectives in terms of sustainable mobility.

MEDCYCLETOUR Good Practice – Methodology to create a permanent bike-friendly service network retaining local stakeholders

This Good Practice was developed by Italy's Mantovano region in the frame of the MEDCYCLETOUR project. It involves the creation of a permanent bike-friendly service network in an area with a lack of tourist accommodations, encouraging local operators to autonomously create and manage cycling-friendly services.

MEDCYCLETOUR Good Practice – EuroVelo 8 Bike Shuttle: the free transportation service for EuroVelo 8 cycling tourists

This Good Practice was developed by Italy's Mantovano region in the frame of the MEDCYCLETOUR project. The document explains the EuroVelo 8 Bike Shuttle: a service for the transportation of cycling tourists from and to the Mantuan municipalities near the river Po stretch of EuroVelo 8 - Mediterranean Route.

MEDCYCLETOUR Good Practice – Discovering the territory by bike: free of charge bicycle lease

This Good Practice was developed by Italy's Mantovano region in the frame of the MEDCYCLETOUR project. Families and sports cyclists can discover the Oltrepò Mantovano territory by bike with an all-inclusive service: Consorzio Oltrepò Mantovano provides local farmhouses (and also other tourist facilities) with bikes free of charge. Any tourist can rent the bikes for free during their stay in these selected tourist facilities.

Schematic map of EuroVelo 1 - Atlantic Coast Route

This promotional map was developed in the frame of the Interreg Atlantic Area AtlanticOnBike project. It shows the itinerary of EuroVelo 1 - Atlantic Coast Route in a schematic way, including a selection of points of interest per country.

Atlantic Coast Route Press Kit for Media Customers

This press kit provides information on EuroVelo 1 - Atlantic Coast Route, that is being developed in the frame of the Interreg Atlantic Area AtlanticOnBike project. General information on the route and the EuroVelo network is followed by one page per country along the route, information on the signing process and a FAQ.

EuroVelo Web Statistics 2019

This report shows the yearly web statistics for EuroVelo websites. This includes overall visitor and sessions as well as route and country rankings.

The European Cycle Route Network EuroVelo

This update of the 2009 report evaluates the challenges and opportunities of developing a cycle tourism network across Europe. The study reviews the market for cycle tourism and presents a model of demand for EuroVelo. This document was requested by the European Parliament's Committee on Transport and Tourism.

Mediterranean Route Handbook - EN (2020 edition)

This is the English version of the Mediterranean Route Handbook, which contains plenty of information on the route's stages, accommodation, food, attractions etc. It was developed as part of the MEDCYCLETOUR project and is a key promotional material.

Iron Curtain Trail booklet - Michael Cramer

This brochure is ideal for a better understanding of the history of the countries which were seperated by the Iron Curtain. The brochure provides overview maps and descriptions of the stages, as well as the history of the countries and a presentation of the major points of interest.

EuroVelo 8 - Transnational Action Plan

This document offers a summary of the actions planned by the partners of the MEDCYCLETOUR project to improve EuroVelo 8 - Mediterranean Route.

Rhine Cycle Route Handbook - EN

This is the English version of the Rhine Cycle Route handbook, which contains plenty of information on the route's stages, accommodation, food, attractions etc. It was developed as part of the DEMARRAGE project and is key promotional material.

Changing Gear Guide

This guide explains how to encourage cycling to UNESCO cultural and heritage sites. It was developed within the EuroVelo 3 - Pilgrims Route project. The guide is designed to help cultural and heritage sites start the process of encouraging visitors to think about some of the alternatives to the car.

EuroVelo 3 - Transnational Action Plan

This Transnational Action Plan was developed in the frame of the EuroVelo 3 - Pilgrims Route project "An innovative transnational combined cultural and cycling tourism product" (EV3-CCP). The project was co-funded by the COSME Programme of the EU.

EuroVelo 13 – Iron Curtain Trail Transnational Communication and Promotion Strategy

The purpose of this Transnational Communication and Promotion Strategy is to define the key messages and actions for the successful communication and promotion of the entire EuroVelo 13 – Iron Curtain Trail (EV13 – ICT) in 2017 and beyond.

Combining Cycling with Public Transport

The purpose of this guidance is to identify the main measures that should be implemented by public transport operators, public authorities and other relevant stakeholders to encourage combined bike and public transport journeys.

Guidance on usage monitoring

Usage monitoring refers to the collection and processing of data relating to cyclists using the EuroVelo routes.

Web Guidance

The purpose of this document is to introduce the ECF’s EuroVelo web strategy, provide an overview of the aims and content of the ECF’s EuroVelo websites and give guidance on the type of information that should be made available on the websites of National EuroVelo Coordination Centres and Coordinators (NECC/Cs) and their partners.

Guidance on the Route Development Process

This document aims to define the elements and the minimum requirements of EuroVelo routes as well as to explain the mandatory and optional actions for EuroVelo route development projects.

EuroVelo, the European Cycle Route Network

2009 introduction to EuroVelo, the European cycle route network.

Jens Erik Larsen – EuroVelo History

Presentation on EuroVelo history by one of its founders.

Updated EuroVelo Signage Strategy

2019 presentation on signing of EuroVelo routes.

EuroVelo Communication Web and Integrated IT Solution for NECCCs

Workshop presentation on communication strategies to promote EuroVelo.

Workshop on LTMA

Presentation on Long-Term Management Agreements in the framework of EuroVelo.

EuroVelo Web Statistics 2018

Factsheet on the web statistics for EuroVelo websites in 2018.

NECC/Cs Application Form

Application form for National EuroVelo Coordination Centres and Coordinators.

How to create National EuroVelo Coordination Centres

Presentation on the benefits of creating a NECC in every country.

EuroVelo 8 Transnational Route Evaluation Report

This Transnational Route Evaluation Report of EuroVelo 8 - Mediterranean Route was realised in 2019 in the frame of the Interreg Mediterranean Area MEDCYCLETOUR project. The evaluation was done according to the European Certification Standard (ECS) methodology for assessing long-distance cycle routes quality, designed by ECF.

EuroVelo 1 AtlanticOnBike Corporate Design Manual

The purpose of this manual is to ensure the consistent and coordinated communication of the route, regardless of the country, regardless of the tool, so that it is identified and recognized as a unique product, with its specific values and personality. It outlines in detail the elements that are compulsory in relation to positioning of logos etc, transmitting key messages, signposting and communication. It gives examples to be followed. This document was realised in the frame of the 2017-2020 AtlanticOnBike Interreg Atlantic Area project.

Route Assessment of EuroVelo 6 - Atlantic-Black Sea in Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary and Romania: Final Report

Route Assessment Report presenting the results of the European Certification Standard (ECS) survey of EuroVelo 6 - Atlantic-Black Sea in Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary and Romania, realised in the frame of the Interreg/EU project Transdanube.Pearls project in 2018.

Route Assessment of EuroVelo 6 - Atlantic-Black Sea in Croatia, Serbia and Bulgaria: Final Report

Route Assessment Report presenting the results of the European Certification Standard (ECS) survey of EuroVelo 6 - Atlantic-Black Sea in Croatia, Serbia and Bulgaria, realised in the frame of the Interreg/EU project Transdanube.Pearls project in 2018.